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Sixers, Nuggets Eye Celtics’ Anfernee Simons

Cap/apron limits plus a Sept. 7 trade restriction shape the timing and feasibility.

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Mar 30, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (1) dribbles during the first half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Hoops Wire reports the 76ers and Nuggets have expressed interest in trading for Anfernee Simons, with some outlets also linking the Bucks as a possible suitor.
  • Simons, acquired in June in the Jrue Holiday deal, is on an expiring $27.7 million contract after averaging 19.3 points and 4.8 assists last season.
  • Boston has explored moving Simons to reduce tax exposure under the NBA’s second-apron rules but is not committed to a trade, per multiple reports.
  • Analysts note Philadelphia’s proximity to the first apron and Denver’s salary constraints could complicate any pursuit at Simons’ current number.
  • Simons cannot be traded until Sept. 7 under league rules, and the NBA trade deadline falls on Feb. 6, 2026, leaving Boston time to gauge the market.